Global Sports Journalism MA
University of East LondonStratford Campus, London
Course overview
Our Global Sports Journalism degree gives you a comprehensive understanding of the world of multi-media sports journalism. You’ll gain industry-standard, career-focused practical skills and expertise and good knowledge of employment opportunities. You will: Work with other students and colleagues and demonstrate innovative and self-resourcefulness Create original multi-media sports content across a range of platforms and formats, using contemporary technologies Research and reflect on the increasing diversity of the sports landscape both in the UK and abroad.
Research and interpret the diverse sociological, cultural, economic, and political contexts of sports in the UK and internationally Identify and understand the nature, implementation and benefits of diversity across the sports media landscape Reflect critically on sports research and academic enquiry Seek and use placements and work experience across a diverse range of industry settings The MA Global Sports Journalism will prepare you for a wide range of roles in today's dynamic digital media environment.
Key highlights
- Create original multi-media sports content across platforms using contemporary technologies
- Industry-standard, career-focused practical sports journalism skills
- Placements and work experience across diverse industry settings
- Explores sociological, cultural, economic and political contexts of sport internationally
- Examines diversity across the UK and global sports media landscape
- Critical reflection on sports research and academic enquiry
Entry requirements
- Degree: 2:2 — to include related field; or above
Scholarships
Chevening Scholarships
Early Payment Discount
If you are starting your postgraduate course in academic year, you can save 5 per cent on your course fees by paying them in full.
Careers this course leads to
- Sports journalist
- Sports reporter
- Multimedia sports content producer
- Sports broadcaster
- Digital sports editor
- Sports communications officer
Cost of study
UK/Home: £11340 per year | International: £11340 per year
Admission
Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to University of East London, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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